With the Empire continually distracted by the conflict with the Dark Naga, the samurai in the distant Colonies slip farther from the traditions of their homeland and embrace more pragmatic means of accomplishing their duties. Championing this new philosophy are the proscribed texts of Fudo, an ancient and censored prophet of the Brotherhood of Shinsei.

Seeds of Decay is the brand new expansion for the fan-favorite Legend of the Five Rings Collectible Card Game from AEG. It is part of the Emperor Edition Arc, which acclaimed base set released in the beginning of 2012. Far away from the eyes of the Empire, tensions grow between the Clans in the Colonies, as once forbidden texts re-emerge. The seed has been planted. Will the Clans embrace this new philosophy?